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Malaysian authorities report scammers are migrating to RCS and iMessage to distribute phishing links following strict hyperlink bans on SMS. MCMC and BNM are coordinating with platforms to extend similar restrictions.
Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has outlined how 5G Advanced technology can revolutionise agriculture, healthcare, retail and border security, leveraging AI and robotics to boost productivity and efficiency.
Malaysia will host the inaugural M360 ASEAN 2026 conference in Kuala Lumpur on September 9-10, uniting regional tech leaders, investors, and policymakers to shape Southeast Asia's digital future and solidify the nation's position in telecommunications and artificial intelligence.
Malaysia's communications regulator has resolved 941 of 987 internet coverage complaints filed in Sabah during the first five months of 2024, while 5G deployment continues to expand across the state under two major providers.
Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Department has opened an investigation into the unauthorized disclosure of a Maxis customer's account information on social media, with potential penalties for non-compliance with data protection laws.
Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Department is investigating an unauthorised disclosure of a content creator's Maxis billing details. The watchdog warns of enforcement action if violations of the Personal Data Protection Act are confirmed.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has tasked the MCMC with investigating the alleged leak of social media personality Khairul Aming's telephone billing information, raising fresh concerns about data protection.
Malaysia's communications regulator has activated a dedicated monitoring centre to oversee telecommunications and online content complaints during the Negeri Sembilan state election, scheduled for August 1.
The Dewan Rakyat has passed amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act to modernise Malaysia's digital framework and incorporate national security measures into universal service provision, with no additional costs to consumers.
The Dewan Rakyat has passed the MCMC Amendment Bill 2026 in a majority voice vote, increasing the commission's contract approval threshold from RM5 million to RM50 million and establishing clearer criteria for appointing the chairman and board members.
Malaysia's communications regulator is upgrading fibre optic infrastructure and implementing backup systems to resolve a growing problem where users experience full signal strength but cannot access internet services.